Some exceptions can be if you worked somewhere really prestigious that would make you look like a better job candidate or if you had a long period of unemployment and had nothing else to put in your résumé.

Still, even in those circumstances, be very cautious about what you do include.

Objective Statement

It’s rare that an objective statement will help you, and it can oftentimes hurt you, so it’s usually best to take it out.

Not to mention, it’s generally quite hard to write a good objective statement.

After all, you’re telling the company what you’re looking for, when in fact, the firm isn’t there to help you achieve your goals.

Really Obvious Skills

Proficiency in, for example, Microsoft Word is generally common.

Try to take those out of the skills section and substitute them with less common skills.

Any Information That May Cause Discrimination

Don’t be too free with your personal information.

For example, leave any mention of religion, social issues, or politics out of your résumé unless it’s relevant to the company you’re applying to or if it reflects a strength that will add value to the job position.